Save the Date: Dec 5th for the Tour!
The Marietta Candlelight Tour will be held on Sunday, December 5, 2021, 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. We are back to normal with opening 8 private homes, and various historic buildings. At 5:00 that evening, Santa and Mrs. Claus will light the tree outside the Old Town Hall.
Early Tickets will be available online and locally for $20
Day of Tickets will be $25
1. 612 East Market Street
Home of Mel and Judy Sadler
This is the first time this early 1900’s home is opened for the Candlelight Tour. The Sadler’s raised three sons and resided here 51 years. In 2007 they made the room off their kitchen a gathering space which includes a laundry and bath. In 2012 they put in a new kitchen and exposed the original brick walls. In 2016 there was a fire that quickly spread and caused extensive damage to the home. Thanks to God, his angels, and the fire-fighters their kitchen and home were saved.
In 2021, they were gifted with a clock which was original to the home. The clock’s
pendulum has a ding from a stray bullet that came through a window during the
1930’s. Mel’s father’s water pump which was made into a lamp sits on their dry
sink in the dining room. Judy has an extensive redware pottery collection and
antique Chocolate molds on display.
A cupboard, goose feathered trees and table setting are all decorated for Christ-
mas. Throughout the home, you will see theorems, frakturs, a still life print and an
original Henry Libhart painting. Handmade ornaments and hand printed mar-
bleized wrapped presents accent the holiday spirit.
2. 561 East Market Street
Home of Jonathan L. and Lecia O. Perkins This home was built in the early 1870’s
through a partnership of two brothers, David W. Coble and John W. Coble. Both
Cobles had worked as store clerks for various merchants. They came to Marietta and opened their own general store under the name Coble Brothers. In 1883 David sold out of the partnership and moved to Lebanon. John and his family took up residence and remained here until 1899.
Jonathan and Lecia fell in love with the potential of the home and with the high ceilings. You will see the home has its original wooden floors and pillars between the living and dining rooms. The home also has its original doors. Jonathan and
Lecia continue to renovate and update the home each year.
Their home will be decorated for the holiday season and a beautiful snow village
town collected by Lecia’s mother will be on display.
3. 458 East Market Street
Home of Bob and Cindy Graham
Bob and Cindy have been lifelong residents of Marietta and are no strangers to the Marietta Candlelight Tour. They have owned various homes and opened them to the tour. The homeowners are especially
excited to welcome tourgoers to take
a step back in time. Built in 1810, this home was a single-story dwelling that
experienced several additions through the years. Bob is a meticulous craftsman
and is excited to share with others his most recent labor of love. Cindy has been
collecting antiques through the years and plans to display them along with
treasured family heirlooms.
The home is decorated with fresh greenery for the season.
4. 11 Locust Street
Home of Asher and Jordyn Johnson
The Johnsons recently purchased this home which was built in 1910. This is the first time this home
is opening for the Candlelight Tour. Originally, it was one property that was eventually split into a
semi-detached home. The home has its original wood floors in the living and music rooms and
unfinished original hard wood flooring in the dining room. You will also find original columns in
the living room. The home is decorated with fresh greenery showing the couple’s love of Bohemian
antique-style design.
5. 151 West Market Street
Home of Mark and Susan Snider
The home at 151 W. Market Street was built in c.1890 when acquired by
Dr. H.A. Mowry. The house is more well-known as the Schock Family
home since it was owned by the Schock Family from 1914 to 1974.
This three-story brick Queen Anne
house features bracketed cornice; a wraparound porch with pillars and balus-
trade; wood shingles in the gables; multiple polygonal framed bay windows and
original hardwood floors. Also noteworthy is the tall, paneled chimney; stair
landing arched window with stained glass and etched front door transom. A
two-story back porch was added in the 1930’s. To the rear of the house is an
inground pool added in the 1980’s. The original two-story carriage house was
extended in the 2000’s to incorporate a garage and a workshop. The home is
decorated for the season.
6. 235 West Market Street
Home of Jason Spickler
Jason moved into this beautiful home two years ago. This is the first time for the
home to be open for the Candlelight Tour.
The original section was built in 1812 by George Christine. The rear section was added about 1870. The home still has many of its original interior characteristics. Many of the floors and trim work are original to the house, with extensive
built-in shelving added by the previous owner. The dining room features a rope-drawn dumb waiter that was used to transport food from the original basement kitchen and cook fireplace.
Jason has decorated his home with multiple fresh Christmas trees and natural
greenery. His collection of nativities is on display.
7. 220 West Front Street
Home of Joe and Ronna Clark
Joe and Ronna purchased this home two years ago. The house was built in
early to mid-1800’s by lumber baron Calvin Shaffner as a two-apartment
rental home. It was rescued from destruction after the 1972 Agnes flood
and renovated into a single Federal style.
The home features a walk-in hearth and period lighting. Additionally, there
are beautiful diamond painted pine floors in the foyer and dining room. Joe and
Ronna plan to continue expansion of the vast gardens. There is a large screened-in
porch across the rear of the home.
Enjoy the Christmas decorations with fresh greenery. Take note to the period table setting.
8. Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, house #8 will not be on tour.
Home of Mel and Judy Sadler
This is the first time this early 1900’s home is opened for the Candlelight Tour. The Sadler’s raised three sons and resided here 51 years. In 2007 they made the room off their kitchen a gathering space which includes a laundry and bath. In 2012 they put in a new kitchen and exposed the original brick walls. In 2016 there was a fire that quickly spread and caused extensive damage to the home. Thanks to God, his angels, and the fire-fighters their kitchen and home were saved.
In 2021, they were gifted with a clock which was original to the home. The clock’s
pendulum has a ding from a stray bullet that came through a window during the
1930’s. Mel’s father’s water pump which was made into a lamp sits on their dry
sink in the dining room. Judy has an extensive redware pottery collection and
antique Chocolate molds on display.
A cupboard, goose feathered trees and table setting are all decorated for Christ-
mas. Throughout the home, you will see theorems, frakturs, a still life print and an
original Henry Libhart painting. Handmade ornaments and hand printed mar-
bleized wrapped presents accent the holiday spirit.
2. 561 East Market Street
Home of Jonathan L. and Lecia O. Perkins This home was built in the early 1870’s
through a partnership of two brothers, David W. Coble and John W. Coble. Both
Cobles had worked as store clerks for various merchants. They came to Marietta and opened their own general store under the name Coble Brothers. In 1883 David sold out of the partnership and moved to Lebanon. John and his family took up residence and remained here until 1899.
Jonathan and Lecia fell in love with the potential of the home and with the high ceilings. You will see the home has its original wooden floors and pillars between the living and dining rooms. The home also has its original doors. Jonathan and
Lecia continue to renovate and update the home each year.
Their home will be decorated for the holiday season and a beautiful snow village
town collected by Lecia’s mother will be on display.
3. 458 East Market Street
Home of Bob and Cindy Graham
Bob and Cindy have been lifelong residents of Marietta and are no strangers to the Marietta Candlelight Tour. They have owned various homes and opened them to the tour. The homeowners are especially
excited to welcome tourgoers to take
a step back in time. Built in 1810, this home was a single-story dwelling that
experienced several additions through the years. Bob is a meticulous craftsman
and is excited to share with others his most recent labor of love. Cindy has been
collecting antiques through the years and plans to display them along with
treasured family heirlooms.
The home is decorated with fresh greenery for the season.
4. 11 Locust Street
Home of Asher and Jordyn Johnson
The Johnsons recently purchased this home which was built in 1910. This is the first time this home
is opening for the Candlelight Tour. Originally, it was one property that was eventually split into a
semi-detached home. The home has its original wood floors in the living and music rooms and
unfinished original hard wood flooring in the dining room. You will also find original columns in
the living room. The home is decorated with fresh greenery showing the couple’s love of Bohemian
antique-style design.
5. 151 West Market Street
Home of Mark and Susan Snider
The home at 151 W. Market Street was built in c.1890 when acquired by
Dr. H.A. Mowry. The house is more well-known as the Schock Family
home since it was owned by the Schock Family from 1914 to 1974.
This three-story brick Queen Anne
house features bracketed cornice; a wraparound porch with pillars and balus-
trade; wood shingles in the gables; multiple polygonal framed bay windows and
original hardwood floors. Also noteworthy is the tall, paneled chimney; stair
landing arched window with stained glass and etched front door transom. A
two-story back porch was added in the 1930’s. To the rear of the house is an
inground pool added in the 1980’s. The original two-story carriage house was
extended in the 2000’s to incorporate a garage and a workshop. The home is
decorated for the season.
6. 235 West Market Street
Home of Jason Spickler
Jason moved into this beautiful home two years ago. This is the first time for the
home to be open for the Candlelight Tour.
The original section was built in 1812 by George Christine. The rear section was added about 1870. The home still has many of its original interior characteristics. Many of the floors and trim work are original to the house, with extensive
built-in shelving added by the previous owner. The dining room features a rope-drawn dumb waiter that was used to transport food from the original basement kitchen and cook fireplace.
Jason has decorated his home with multiple fresh Christmas trees and natural
greenery. His collection of nativities is on display.
7. 220 West Front Street
Home of Joe and Ronna Clark
Joe and Ronna purchased this home two years ago. The house was built in
early to mid-1800’s by lumber baron Calvin Shaffner as a two-apartment
rental home. It was rescued from destruction after the 1972 Agnes flood
and renovated into a single Federal style.
The home features a walk-in hearth and period lighting. Additionally, there
are beautiful diamond painted pine floors in the foyer and dining room. Joe and
Ronna plan to continue expansion of the vast gardens. There is a large screened-in
porch across the rear of the home.
Enjoy the Christmas decorations with fresh greenery. Take note to the period table setting.
8. Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, house #8 will not be on tour.